commentators

noun

Definition of commentatorsnext
plural of commentator
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as in analysts

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as in broadcasters

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  1. observers
  2. columnists
  3. journalists
  4. reporters
Noun
  • But observers are still waiting for the announcement of specific policies, particularly any measures to significantly bolster consumption.
    Peter Catterall, Fortune Asia, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Moments after Mangione's identity was revealed by law enforcement, observers flooded his social media accounts to learn more about the suspect and potential reasons for the killing.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of observers
Noun
  • White columnists wrote him open letters, processing their own feelings about race, alternating between flattery and belligerence.
    Parul Sehgal, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024
  • The banter between columnists on the day’s news is not all meant for public consumption.
    Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 11 Oct. 2024
Definition of columnists
Noun
  • Innovation, disruption, and edginess bring success and create exciting business news stories that journalists cannot resist talking about.
    Adrian Dearnell, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • First, hook journalists by highlighting a common problem or difficult issue.
    Adrian Dearnell, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of journalists
Noun
  • Speaking to reporters Tuesday in Dallas, Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said Sasaki is a major offseason priority.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Sasaki's agent, Joel Wolfe, told reporters at the Winter Meetings in Dallas that the amount of money in each team's bonus pool should not impact his decision.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of reporters
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